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Blue interview: Cosmo chats to the boys from Blue

The boyband, or should we say manband, are back! But this time instead of strutting their stuff to their army of UK fans they're showcasing their sexy selves to all of Europe at this year's Eurovision song contest as they represent the UK

Serious musical contest or silly European event the Eurovision Song Contest can still cause controversy. While most Brits choose to admire the comedy and sometimes camp element of the show, other countries consider the award a musical accolade to be admired. Whichever way you see it, opinion can't be divided on the sexiness and singing ability of this year's UK entry – Blue. The boys have been pretty quiet of late with each band member: Simon, Duncan, Lee and Anthony pursing separate careers although their talent in the music and looks departments has thankfully brought them back together to represent the UK in Eurovision. When Cosmo was invited to interview three of the band's members, we jumped at the chance and snapped up the opportunity to relive our teenage crushes…

We haven't heard much from you guys for a while, what's been going on?

Anthony: I've been doing lots of West End theatre - I was in Blood Brothers and Boogie Nights.

Duncan: I haven't stopped working! I was in Legally Blonde, have recently filmed the second series of Scream If You Know. And now Blue is taking up all my time!

Simon: As soon as Blue stopped I released two solo albums that sold over 1 million copies. I was also in Sister Act which was an amazing experience and it taught me how to sing in a different way. At the same time, I also filmed a movie, Everywhere Nowhere.

With such successful careers individually why have you suddenly decided to reform?

A: We briefly got back together in 2009 but the timings weren't right so we thought we'd wait until our 10th anniversary, this year.

S: We always had something on the cards for our 10th year and it's a good milestone to celebrate.

Did the fact that Eurovision is seen as a bit of a joke in the UK put you off?

A: The UK has produced amazing music from The Beatles to The Rolling Stones to George Michael and Amy Winehouse. It's a shame the UK don't take Eurovision seriously. But the fact that the BBC asked us this year shows they are taking the competition seriously now.

S: As a country, we're always coming last but what we're trying to do as Blue, is change the face and the attitude towards that. We want to represent the country and do well. Eurovision has been going since 1956 and that can't be a bad thing!

Is there a lot of pressure on you to win?

A: I don't think there's any pressure to win, we're going out there as a brand new band and competing against 23 other countries so it's all about that night. If it goes well, then brilliant

D: We're not thinking about winning. If we come in the top five, it will be like winning.

S: The response around Europe has been that we're going to win! We've been going to different countries with other contestants and performing and we keep headlining which is a good thing but I just want to make sure the public know that we still need support. We're taking it seriously and we don't want to jinx it!

How would it feel to win Eurovision?

A: It would be the icing on cake to top off the beginning of a brilliant year. Who would have thought we would be back together representing the UK?! It's brilliant!

D: Obviously it would be the most amazing achievement for us, especially being the underdog. We were with odds of 33 to 1 at the beginning.

You've recently posed topless for Attitude magazine, you're all pretty buff! How do you stay in shape?

A: I go to gym, once or twice a day. I try to eat healthily and get as much sleep as possible.

D: I go to the gym a lot and I try to eat well which doesn't always work!

S: I've always wanted to keep fit and believe in keeping my body in shape. We stay in shape for ourselves as it's our job to look good and when you look good, you feel good and then you sound good.

D: We're just going out and doing what we always did such as concentrating on our vocals. First and foremost, we are a vocal band and we would always pride ourselves on that. No one else can hold harmonies in the same way we do.

What's the strangest thing you've had thrown at you on stage?

A: Back in the day, we've had teddy bears, beads – you name it, we've had it.

D: I guess the standard underwear, but put it this way, it wasn't the cleanest!

What do you think of today's boy bands such as JLS and The Wanted?

A: JLS are fantastic and their stats speak for themselves. I love The Wanted debut single, it's a great song. They're all hard working lads.

S: I have loads of respect for both. They've come into the marketplace in their own rights.

What do you think of your older female fans?

A: One thing about Blue was our fanbase was broad, 8-80. It was mad to see but fantastic at the same time.

D: I love our female fans and particularly our mature ones because they've been there from day one and they've grown up with us.

S: I have a lot of love for the ladies…

Catch the boys performing at the Eurovision Song Contest on 11 May but if you can't wait until then, download their entry song and current single, I can from itunes.apple.com

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